Magic Industrial Age.

Chapter 395: A Business (Subscription Request)
Brussels city, industrial area.

Roy led the Imperial Ambassador, Lord Robin Water, through one magic power factory after another.

From the steel mill to the iron foundry; from the parts processing plant to the assembly workshop; from the secret medicine factory to the arsenal...

This place was originally a restricted area. After the war outside intensified, it became even more of a restricted area within a restricted area.

Normally, there would be a legion of a hundred men, fully armed and stationed here.

One of the Iron Knight Phil and the Flame Sword Saint Otto will always practice here, not to mention the secret agents that Ang has arranged in every factory, and the police that Lien Vasquez has arranged here.

It can be said that any unfamiliar face that appears will attract the attention of countless people.

Although this place was built with the support of the Habsburg Empire, Lord Robin Water said that he had never seen the scene of these factories in full production.

Everywhere you look, you see machines running at full power. Above your head are transmission connecting rods, and the connected gears are spinning very fast.

The ground was made of lapis lazuli, which shimmered faintly, with magical energy visibly flowing through it. Under each machine, there stood one or more people, operating the machines in an orderly manner.

Accompanied by the noisy sound of "boom boom" filling my ears, one finished product after another is packaged and placed in a fixed position.

Lord Robin Water just watched, watching the iron ingots of the hundred-fold steel being produced, the shells being put into the warehouse, the bullets being put into the magazine, the cannons being assembled, the heavy machine guns being adjusted...

The sheer quantity gave the imperial ambassador a more intuitive understanding of the production capacity and efficiency of the Flower Territory.

Until finally, the two of them walked out of the last arsenal and walked side by side along the wide road into the distance.

At the end of the road was a closed wall with a door on it, which was guarded by knights, each holding a heavy machine gun in his hands.

And through this wall, to further away, you can hear the workers shouting, accompanied by the sound of heavy objects falling to the ground and slight vibrations of the ground.

That’s right, that’s the first building in the new city, and the foundation is being laid at this moment!
Julius Martin was a smart man. After studying the design carefully, he immediately understood the predicament of the city of Brussels.

Therefore, the first thing he started to build was not the office building or the manor square, but the most urgent accommodation building.

He was going to build a residential complex. The name had not yet been decided, but it was confirmed that there would be 26 buildings, each with 10 floors.

Modern equipment such as magic crystal lamps, escalators, filtration and cleaning techniques, sewage pipes, magic walkie-talkies, etc. will be installed...

Because so many workers were assembled, Julius Martin was confident that the project could be completed within eight to ten months as long as the arrangements were made properly.

By then, the completed community will be marketed through both sales and leasing.

There is no need to say much about the sale, just pay the money in one go.

Although Luo Yi doesn't care about letting his subordinates bear the mortgage, you have to admit that if they really have a mortgage and the pressure of repayment, they must work steadily and not think too much.

But without a formal bank, not everyone can get a mortgage.

Therefore, there are probably not many people who have the money to pay off the loan in one go, so they can choose to lease and pay on a monthly basis.

At that time, Luoyi will set up a property management company to be responsible for the management of this community.

In this way, it may be possible to alleviate the financial pressure of subsequent city construction.

Of course, these are all for later.

Since when, the people led by Luo Yi and the people following the imperial ambassador retreated far away, at least a hundred meters apart.

Luo Yi took out another silent scroll from the dimensional bag. After unfolding it, a circle of soundproof barrier appeared around the two of them.

After doing all this, he finally spoke: “Your Lordship, we are also acquaintances. We have cooperated with each other in the past and have a good relationship.

Now, I want to ask you one question, and you have to tell me the truth - what is the Empire's attitude towards my Flower Territory?"

It's no wonder that Luo Yi is worried. When the war breaks out, many previously established things and plans have changed.
The empire's current attitude and policies are extremely critical. In a sense, they determine the future of Flower Territory.

Luo Yi doesn't like this feeling of being helpless, but he is still a pragmatic person. He doesn't think he has to blame everyone before he has sufficient capital.

Lord Robin Water was not at all surprised by Roy's question, nor did he rush to answer.

Instead, he narrowed his eyes slightly and asked directly: "Then I also want to know, what is your attitude towards this war?"

Luo Yi rolled his eyes and said, "Your Excellency, your question makes me want to laugh. What does this war have to do with me?
Or, does my attitude matter? Does it make a difference? "

Robin Water tilted his head slightly and said, "Then let me ask it another way. Which side are you on in this war?"

Luo Yi said without hesitation: "I am definitely on the side of the Empire. Is there any need to ask?!"

Lord Robin Water slowly stopped smiling and became extremely serious.

He said, "I thought you and I could both show enough sincerity in this negotiation."

Luo Yi smiled and said, "Sincerity in negotiations between nobles is rare!"

"But I still want to hear the Earl tell the truth, so that I can determine the Empire's policy towards Flower Territory!"

Luo Yi nodded to show that he understood, and then said: "Since you want to hear the truth, I will tell you a few words of truth." After a slight pause, he continued: "In principle, I hope that the Empire can win, preferably a big victory, and I, the Flower Territory, will also stand on the side of the Empire and gain enough benefits.

But there is a prerequisite!"

"What are the prerequisites?"

"I won't let Flower Territory get involved in this war. At least, I won't send anyone to join the war!"

Luo Yi explained: "I am optimistic about the magic energy industry. I think the popularization of machinery is the future and the general trend, but the flower collar is so small and there are so many people!
Although I have trained 3,000 soldiers, my meager resources cannot withstand the ravages of the battlefield."

"If the Empire insists that I send people to the battlefield, I will definitely not want to do it!"

Having said that, Luo Yi also smiled and said, "Of course, the Empire is so powerful that it should not look down on my small military force."

Lord Robin Water asked in return: "That's all?"

"Mr. Robin, I have explained everything to you. This is the bottom line I can accept."

"If the Empire wants to make additional investments and ask Flower Territory to help produce enough artillery shells, weapons, and war equipment, are you willing to do that?"

Luo Yi asked back: "It's just business. As long as the Empire pays, why wouldn't I be willing?"

Robin laughed: "You have to think it through. It's not that easy to get support from the empire, right?"

Having said that, he explained: "You are right, the Empire does not think highly of your small military strength. If they force you to send troops, they will also want to know your attitude and make you stand on the right side.

In this way, the empire will not be fighting alone in this war!

This is what I thought before, and this is what you are worried about.”

"But it is clear that the Imperial Cabinet has more ideas and expectations about the Flower Collar."

Luo Yi narrowed his eyes slightly and asked, "What exactly do you mean?"

"The great Hohenzollern III taught us that this war will be hard and that we need not only courage but also sufficient preparation.

I have to admit that since the establishment of the support plan for the magic energy industry, the development of other places has been unsatisfactory, except for your place.

Only the flower leader has walked its own path and even given us enough surprises.

Therefore, the empire needs you to undertake more production tasks. Artillery shells, firearms, and processing machinery are all basic.
In addition, we also need food, canned food, military uniforms, alcohol, medicine, etc...."

Luo Yi's eyes flickered, but his brows knitted slightly: "It's not that I don't like it, but this seems to exceed the limit that Flower Territory can bear!"

"So, the Empire will provide you with enough support, enough experts, talents, skilled workers, technology, and even various necessities."

Hearing this, Luo Yi's breathing became heavy. He tilted his head slightly, thought for a moment, and then said with difficulty: "These are indeed not easy to take!"

Lord Robin Water nodded and said, "If you agree, the Empire will allocate some resources to you. Although it won't be too exaggerated for the Empire, it will be overwhelming wealth for you, Flower Territory.

However, your flowery collar will also become a thorn in the eyes and flesh of some people, and this land will never be peaceful."

“By then, if the empire has enough strength, they will definitely protect you. But if the war gets intense, it’s uncertain.

You need to use your own strength to get through this difficult time!"

Luo Yi nodded, fully aware of the dangers involved, but also the huge benefits.

But he hesitated for only a moment, then said: "I agree, then, when will the support from the empire arrive?"

Lord Robin Water opened his eyes slightly and asked, "Have you thought it through?"

Luo Yi asked back: "Do I have the right to refuse?"

"no!"

"That's it. I'll agree to it right away, and the cooperation will be smoother."

After a pause, Luo Yi continued: "Besides, after all, this is just a business."

“I paid and hired many professionals from the empire to help build the territory, legally and in compliance with regulations!
As for the guns and supplies the empire needs?"

"Since the Empire is willing to pay and the price is fair, I must be willing to sell it!"

Roy looked at the Imperial Ambassador, Lord Robin Water, and said seriously: "After all, this is just a business!"

Lord Robin Water was stunned for only a second after hearing this, and then he said seriously: "Yes, it's a business!"

So, the two of them looked at each other and smiled!

The laughter echoed far away in this empty street!

(End of this chapter)